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April 29, 2026

Marathon is looking to save you from grenade spam and being one-shot by the Ares

In the latest update, Marathon version 1.0.6.2, Bungie has adjusted the combat shotgun to address previous over-nerfing. They are extending the Sponsored Dire Marsh queue for at least another week, until May 6, to provide a balanced environment. Bungie is working on adjustments to grenade stock counts and stack sizes due to an overwhelming number of grenades in matches. The Ares railgun has gained popularity after recent buffs, allowing indefinite charge and improved stats, but the Impact Shockwave mod has caused one-shot kills, which Bungie plans to fix. The WSTR weapon's damage nerf was intended to be temporary, and it is expected to perform similarly against AI enemies as before while maintaining its two-shot-kill capability.

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April 17, 2026

Slay the Spire 2 patch notes arrive for all, meaning an easier early game but harder infinites

The latest patch for Slay the Spire 2 has transitioned from beta to the main game, introducing several enhancements. Players can now experience improved map generation, a more forgiving Act One, and five new Neow relics: Hefty Tablet, Neow's Talisman, Phial Holster, Winged Boots, and Neow's Bones. Elite enemies appear one floor later, and rebalancing has adjusted foes like the Skulking Colony and Byrdonis. The Act Three boss, Doormaker, has been redesigned with a unique setup and three phases: Hunger, Scrutiny, and Grasp. All five classes have been rebalanced, with new cards introduced, such as Not Yet, Blade of Ink, Regent's Arsenal, and Borrowed Time. Shop relic prices have been reduced, and gold-generating relics are no longer available for purchase. Ascension level six now features 'Inflation,' increasing card removal costs. The patch also includes new art, visual effects, a 'Phobia mode,' and Badges for achievements. Achievements and epochs cannot be unlocked during daily and custom runs, and the main and beta branches will maintain separate records. The patch 0.103.2 is now live for all versions of the game.

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March 24, 2026

Minecraft Tiny Takeover Update Bedrock 26.10 Released via Update 3.34/1.044

The Minecraft update named Tiny Takeover (version 3.34/1.044) was released on March 24, introducing new features including unique sound sets for baby mobs, the Golden Dandelion flower that prevents baby mobs from aging, and craftable Name Tags. The update also includes various bug fixes and gameplay adjustments, such as improvements to accessibility features, character creator functionality, and graphical enhancements. Specific changes include the ability to craft Cobbled variants of Stone and Deepslate, adjustments to mob behaviors, and fixes for issues related to inventory and multiplayer experiences.

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March 20, 2026

After accidentally clobbering my friends in grimdark action-RPG No Rest for the Wicked, now I can do it on purpose

No Rest for the Wicked Together has received a significant update from Moon Studios, introducing new features based on community feedback. The update includes PvP duels, text chat, callouts, a Realm Diary, and a comfort system for home-building. The player duel feature allows structured competition among friends, restoring health and gear durability after matches. The Realm Diary chronicles significant events in multiplayer, enhancing communication with quick callouts and a full text chat system. The comfort system improves home aesthetics and provides stat bonuses based on comfort ratings. Gameplay adjustments include a rework of bows for strategic combat, enchantment balance changes, and increased enemy health for endgame progression. Additional updates feature a rearranged crafting menu, a redesigned gesture wheel, new aspect ratio settings, and various bug fixes. The game is currently available at a 30% discount on Steam until March 26, priced at .49 / £24.49.

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March 18, 2026

Death Stranding 2 PC and PS5 major update details revealed including new difficulty mode, live-action cutscenes and more

Hideo Kojima has announced new features for the upcoming PC port of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, which will also launch on PlayStation 5 on March 19. The PC version will support unlocked frame rates, ultra widescreen formats, and full compatibility with the DualSense controller, along with advanced upscaling and frame generation technologies. A new difficulty mode called To the Wilder will be introduced, alongside new live-action cutscenes, additional scenes with new nightmares for the protagonist Sam, new items, replayable boss fights, a 21:9 ultrawide mode for PS5, a Chiral Cat in Sam’s room, and various gameplay adjustments based on player data. Critics have praised Death Stranding 2, with VGC naming it their Game of the Year for 2025, highlighting its stronger narrative and refined mechanics compared to its predecessor.

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March 13, 2026

WWE 2K26 Review – More Money, More Problems

WWE 2K26 features a roster of over 400 wrestlers and presents polished graphics. The gameplay includes minor enhancements, new match types like Inferno and I Quit, and the introduction of thumbtacks as a weapon. The Ringside Pass, a battle pass system with free and premium tiers, allows players to earn XP and unlock new content, but may negatively impact game modes like MyRise by making progression feel grind-heavy. The Island returns with added voice acting but remains focused on cosmetic upgrades. CM Punk’s Showcase mode offers a nostalgic look at his career, though it has limitations. Modes like MyGM and the Creation Suite have expanded, while MyFaction remains VC-heavy. The overall experience is affected by monetization strategies and a sense of redundancy in gameplay.

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February 21, 2026

Avowed’s massive anniversary update adds new playable races, but they don’t get any unique dialogue because there were ‘no dedicated narrative people available’

Avowed's anniversary update introduces new features including stat bonuses, customizable difficulty modifiers, a New Game Plus mode, and a new staff weapon type. It adds three new playable races, expanding options beyond the previous choices of humans and elves. The update faced challenges in ensuring character customization worked seamlessly across the new races, but lacks unique dialogue choices for each race due to the writing team's focus on other aspects. Each new race provides different gameplay attribute bonuses, enhancing the gameplay experience. The update is available at no additional cost.

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December 10, 2025

Minecraft Mounts of Mayhem Update Rides Out as Bedrock 1.21.130 via Patch 3.27/1.037

Mojang has released the Mounts of Mayhem update for Minecraft, available in Bedrock version 1.21.130 and recognized as update 3.27/1.037 for console players. The update introduces new content including a spear weapon, mounts like Horses and Camels that no longer sink while swimming, and new mobs such as Nautilus and Zombie Nautilus. The spear has various materials with different stats and two attack types. A new Skeleton variant called Parched spawns in Deserts and does not burn in sunlight. The update also includes audio fixes, gameplay adjustments, and general bug fixes.

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November 16, 2025

Slot machine roguelike CloverPit sells 1 million copies, and its developer celebrates the payout by adding its ‘most requested feature yet’

Panik Arcade's game CloverPit has sold one million copies since its launch at the end of September. The game features a cursed one-armed bandit in a dimly lit basement. The developers have made gameplay adjustments, notably transforming the Hourglass charm to enhance its utility. Despite some critiques regarding the game's depth, a playtime of 10 hours is noted as commendable. CloverPit is currently available at a 10% discount, priced at £7.65 until November 26.

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November 11, 2025

Silksong’s disastrous Chinese translation has received an official fan-made overhaul, and it’s just been pushed live on PC with Patch 4

In early September, the launch of Silksong revealed significant issues with the Chinese translation, which failed to capture the unique tone of the Hollow Knight universe. This led to a temporary dip in Silksong's Steam rating to "mostly negative." A fan group, Team Cart Fix, improved the translation, and their work was officially integrated into the game with the release of Silksong's new Patch 4. The patch notes included updates to the Simplified Chinese translation, improved controller support, various localization fixes, and numerous gameplay adjustments.